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Ambiance and service were wonderful. Ok nice during the summer and seemed busy so great place for local walk. I wish we had more of a memorable food selection. This would come back sooner. But again great outdoor especially w dogs.
The Willow Room is in a great location and has plenty of indoor seating for large and small groups alike. Service is always quick and friendly and the portion sizes here are perfect (not oversized or underwhelming). The drink menu is a little limited and expensive but you're paying for the nice atmosphere. There are a few seats outdoors but there isn't much of a view so it's actually preferable indoors here.
We sat downstairs in the wine cellar and I looked the darker vibe there. We sat at a table, but there were plenty of people sitting at the bar too. For drinks, I ordered the Willow which was a little too sweet for me, but still very light and fresh. We then did a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc which was great. For food, the octopus was pretty standard, but I loved the addition of the seaweed salad. The arancini was good too. Loved the sauces it came with, but wish they were a little bigger. The star of the show was the truffle gnocchi. I would lick the bowl if I wasn't in public. The sauce was unreal and the pasta tasted fresh. We also ordered broccolini and I loved the garlicky oil that came with it. All in all a solid meal and vibe. Great for girls nights, date nights, birthdays, etc.
I love brunch. It's the most important meal of the day, truly. While I couldn't drink because of work, I love the ambiance and light atmosphere of the restaurant! The waitresses and servers were always visible. We didn't have a reservation, but they did their best to accommodate us and I truly appreciate the effort and understanding! The burrito was not a Tex-Mex burrito that I usually prefer, but the chorizo had the flavor I needed in a burrito. I did choose to substitute the breakfast potatoes for some fruit because #health. The fruit was chilled, which I love especially when eating outdoors on a gorgeous, sunny day. Back to the burrito, the salsa verde needs some spice. The sauce tasted like pure green tomato juice. The pico de gallo was a refreshing touch, but I wish it was incorporated into the burrito. It was hard to "dip" the burrito into the pico de gallo. I had to take a fork to put it on the burrito, which is my first world problem. If the pico de gallo was more saucy, it'd be easier to drizzle it onto the burrito.
Willow Room was amazing!! We stepped in on Saturday and got a quick bite at the bar. I ordered the salmon cake sandwich and in doing so learned that it had just been added to their menu. It was so so so good. If they keep adding new additions like this there won't be room for walk ins on a Saturday lunch service! My boyfriend got the steak sandwich and also really loved it. He did agree with me that my order was the better choice. Overall, we loved it and we'll be back!
The Willow room restaurant is a place that cannot be missed. It's located in Lincoln Park so parking is tight. You can park on the street. The restaurant is located right on the corner and as you walk up to the door, you can view the inside and just see the beautiful ambience of the restaurant. We have agreed right away upon entry and seated very quickly. The hostess was very pleasant as well as our waitress. The waitress was able to share information about specials for the day as well as more information about some of the items on the menu as a relates to is it filling is a popular And basically her opinion about the food items. There is a good mixed drink selection and we chose the drink of the restaurant which is called the Willow as well as another party had a guava drink that was very refreshing to taste. Our food was was pleasantly prepared on the plate was warm and very scrumptious. The crust on the beef Wellington was amazing if you go for nothing else at this restaurant definitely go for the beef. Wellington the short rib meal with mashed potatoes was quite delicious everything we had was very well prepared and very good. I will be back. The bathrooms are a bit of a speakeasy vibe as they are concealed, but or very clean and well decorated. The restaurant also offers a downstairs bar which we were told is a lively atmosphere for Friday and Saturday nights. There is a full bar and plenty of seating. If you're in the area or even if you're not in the area, this place is not to be missed.
On a cold day, it is hard to stay warm anywhere. The Willow Room can be a bit of a challenge as the door enters straight into the restaurant, but I didn't feel the need to keep my coat on while dining. We both thought the prices were very fair and the mood of Willow Room was very romantic but also with the availability to see every table in the room. In case you want to make up narratives for the people eating around you. The Carpaccio had these capers to add some bite to the mix on top with sprouts and the horseradish cream added some zest to the dish. We were trying to figure out where the truffle flavor was in the Truffle Gnocchi. I now see, it is in the cream sauce, however, I still strongly recommend this dish as the gnocchi crisped up with some time on a skillet. Service was very professional constantly checking in with water and keeping an eye on tables. It actually gave me The Bear vibes with staff changing out silverware after every dish.
This place is super underrated! It's such a cute little spot off the ever-so-popular Halsted strip. A friend and I went here for dinner before a show at Joe's on Weed and enjoyed splitting a bunch of dishes. Some of the highlights were the burrata - which was served kind of deconstructed, making it fun to build your own, pick and choose what you want and you can spread it all in bread or eat it all separate. It came with cherry tomatoes, prosciutto, and balsamic. Another delish dish was the arancini - it crispier than expected (maybe they use panko?) and we loved it! The flavors really pop, there was some spice, some tang, and a very creamy texture inside paired so well with crispy outside. We enjoyed some cocktails with our dinner and service was prompt. The inside is so cute -- this would be a great date night spot!
This review is for a Saturday brunch. Or as I like to call it: breakfast. We got there upon opening on a cold, cold morning and were seated more or less directly in front of the door. I don't know if they were mad at us for getting there so early or what. Coffee drinks were okay. Breakfast burrito and eggs Benedict were excellent and generous portions. (Really, you can take half that burrito home.) Avocado toast was fine. It was 80% arugula salad. I like arugula a lot, but I can do that at home. Poached eggs with it were somewhat underdone but not inedible. This will not be the best avocado toast you've ever had. But you've probably had worse, and it is the closest thing to healthy on the menu. Service was not as attentive as you'd hope, given that we were the only people there for the first half hour, but it wasn't awful. The space is really nice and probably even better in the evening. Bathrooms directly across from the bar counter are awkward, but there are more discrete bathrooms downstairs if you don't want a group of people listening to you pee. We'll visit again for dinner service to make the most of the cozy dining room. We will decline the table in front of the door, though.
Nice little bar in the Wicker Park area. When you walk in, you're greeted by a nice hostess. We were seated at a table near the bar where it looked like a few of the locals were. We just came for drinks since we just ate lunch. Next time, we will definitely try the food. Across from us was some elderly gentleman having great laughs and enjoying some food that looked great. The drinks were really good. We had to flag down our server several times for additional drinks, though. This was interesting seeing there were only 3 tables with 2 people at each and those tables were finishing up their meal & drinks. Anyways, the energy inside is like a typical cool neighborhood bar, comfy seating, and a nice full bar. I would definitely drop back in for drinks, just sit at the bar so you get great service.
5 years ago
Delicious and wonderful service. We went as a large group for restaurant week and we had a fantastic time. You can order two mimosas as your two beverages, and you can order any of the $9 mimosa drinks :) read more
4 years ago
Lovely bar steps from the Steppenwolf. They have $15 cocktails, comfortable bar stools. Should have more wine options by the glass. read more
AMBIANCE: The vintage light bulb bordered windows and hanging orb lights make Willow Room an extremely classy and chic restaurant. Absolutely ideal for a dinner date night or girls' night out. Classy music, beautiful dining hall and bustling energy. FOOD: For starters, the carpaccio is out of this world delicious. Must get. Every thinly sliced beef is coated with olive oil, pepper and pecorino. The arugula green and shaved egg yolk complements its rich taste profile. The rainbow trout is also another winner. Though the malt vinegar overwhelms an otherwise aromatic brown butter sauce, the trout is presented beautifully with vivid pop of colors from the green peas and bull blood micro greens. read more
My husband and I tried the Willow Room for the first time last night, and we left raving about it. Our meal and cocktails were so good. Highly recommend the short rib (so tender); the mashed potatoes were perfectly whippy. I also recommend the burger; the fries were perfectly crispy. My husband also got the soup of the day, the chicken tortilla. We didn't know what to expect with that but were pleasantly surprised. It tasted like a chicken taco! Haha, it was fantastic. For drinks, I ordered the bee's knees and the Willow. They were beautifully served and delicious. My husband ordered an old fashioned and the side car; he was a fan of both. The service was excellent, and the waiter was very attentive (I can't remember his name- we sat by the window when you opened at 5 pm). Our water was always filled, and the entire space was lovely. We'll definitely be back! read more
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Phenomenal food! Great atmosphere. Only con was overpriced bad wine. Overall would recommend for a nice occasion read more
2 years ago
I absolutely love this place!!! My boyfriend made a last minute reservation to this spot for Valentine's Day. We ended up getting the igloo tent seating outside. The food was absolutely delicious I enjoyed every dish that we had. My favorite was the truffle fries oh my god a must get!!! The beef Wellington was amazing also. I really enjoyed it I just wish we were seated inside, although there was a small heater in the tent it was still pretty cold so I was a bit uncomfortable. I will most definitely be back and recommend this spot. read more
8 years ago
This place was great. Went here on New Year's Eve for dinner before going out and it was perfect. The decor is cute, especially downstairs which is nice and cozy. Would have gotten 5 stars but we did have to wait about 30 min for a table even though we had a reservation but honestly, the staff was really friendly about it and we weren't in a rush so it didn't really matter. We got a class of the Malbec each was good, started off with grilled octopus which I really liked. The best dish was def the scallops risotto. We split between two people so the recommended adding another scallop for 6 bucks so we each have one. I do think that price for one scallop is a bit high though. The beef Wellington was very good but very heavy as well. I will definitely be back. read more
Omg loved this place. Everything was so good. Started out with the burrata. It tasted like apple pie. The hamachi was delicious but kind of small portions. The tomato salad was also great and included multiple types of tomato, fried green tomato (and surprisingly good compliments of cheddar cheese and strawberry). I thought our main (pork chop) was ok. The Brussels sprouts were spicy and Asian inspired. Overall really delicious meal. Pretty pricy but worth it. read more
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We had a great dining experience here. We ate outside in a greenhouse heated by a space heater. Staff was super friendly and service was very fast. Staff only came inside the greenhouse to deliver food and drinks. They wore masks the whole time too. Nice brunch menu and good prices. We would definitely come back. read more
5 years ago
Chorizo Hash: light, perfect amount of food, a bit of kick of spice. Croque Monsieur: rich and flavorful, good portion for a guy. Thai coffee iced tea was so delicious. As soon as I had a sip, I wanted to order another. Excellent brunch. Will come back again read more
6 years ago
We went here for breakfast just after patios re-opened. The outdoor seating was cute and shaded and very enjoyable. We made an early reservation and were seated right on time. My mom and I both had the pancakes which were perfectly portioned and came with fresh maple syrup. My dad had the breakfast burrito which he ended up taking half home because it was so filling. I highly recommend this spot for brunch and I plan on coming back for lunch and dinner soon. read more
8 years ago
Came on a Friday night with a friend and had an amazing time! Parking is tight, but I was able to find a spot on Halsted about a block away #winning! We were seated in the lower level and had a great server. We ended up ordering off the restaurant wk menu and it was delicious! I had the beet salad, Broccoli and cheddar soup (tasted really fresh and not super cheesy and gelatinous like it some places), and scallops with this amazing cauliflower fluff that was delicious. I had an awesome old fashion and this other Scotch based drink with rosemary that was fab! I highly recommend this place and plan to go back! read more
2 years ago
On our last night in Chicago, we walked to this neighborhood place and had a fantastic meal. I made a reservation through OpenTable which is always convenient, and the hostess was friendly when we arrived. She offered a table outside or inside - whatever we preferred. The weather that day was fantastic in the low 70s and we were going to be headed back to Louisiana the next day, so we took the opportunity to enjoy the pleasant temperatures while we could! We missed out on the modern decor inside but outside was perfect. Our waiter, Meeghan, was amazing. She was super sweet and attentive. We decided to order some cocktails. I had the Bees Knees and my husband had an old fashioned, which he enjoyed. The Bees Knees was light, citrusy, and the honey was delicious. For food, we decided to order a few small plates and one of the larger options and share it all. We went with the Meat & Cheese board, Pierogi, Caesar salad, and scallops. The meat and cheese board had a selection of a couple cheeses, a couple meats, honeycomb, bread, and pickles. All of it was really tasty and a great way to start the meal. The Caesar salad was pretty good. I'm usually not a fan of having whole anchovies on the salad, but they do add a good tanginess. It was decent. The pierogi were filled with English peas and finished off with some tasty flavors from pearl onions and a root vegetable I forget the name of. But it was really good. The scallops were the last thing we tried. They were large and tasted fresh, seasoned well, and had that decadent taste and texture that makes scallops delicious. We enjoyed them a lot. For dessert, we chose the S'mores. It was a cold chocolate pudding/mousse with a melty marshmallow on top. It was the perfect little bit of sweetness to indulge in for the end of the meal. They even put some Bailey's in my husband's coffee when he asked. Overall, fantastic service here which made the dining experience even better along with the delicious food. I would recommend this spot to anyone in the area for a relaxing, flavorful meal! read more
5 years ago
We came here to try their Monday night price fix menu which is 1 appetizer 1 entree and 1 dessert. Mussels and salads are great. Pork schnitzel was good and large portion and the short ribs as well. We had leftovers for lunch. Chocolate flourless cake was excellent as well read more
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Best experience. Hands down. Got to take photos with everyone in there Halloween costumes. The host are the best at what they do. Got the best seat read more
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Hey, no complaints, really. Food and prices were descent, tiny houses provides some warmth, after a while, it it did get really cold. Server was very attentive, food came Super Fast, host was very accommodating. Bathrooms are cool, exterior looks like truck trailers, blink and you'll miss them. Would love to return with my friends. Cheers! read more
5 years ago
Cozy neighborhood spot with well made cocktails and delicious food options. Highly recommend ordering the jamon croquettes to start with! read more
9 years ago
We had a very pleasant pre-theater dinner. -Bright, modern and inviting space. -Friendly service, but slow--which was especially frustrating because we were making a show. -Cocktails were great--I loved my negroni. -Kale salad was fresh and flavorful. -Burrata luscious and delicious. -Bolognese pasta was hearty and rich. -Hanger steak was nice too. read more
5 years ago
Start to finish the experience was amazing. The hostess was so welcoming, the server went above and beyond to help us pick items and on top of it the food was amazing and I will be returning soon. read more
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